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CAFÉ for solo piano by Marc Douyon is based on the Haitian folk tune “Manmam voyém pézé café.” The main theme quotes this folk melody, which is then developed with various compositional techniques. Original secondary themes and motives by the composer are an integral part of the colorful musical tapestry as well. Café is divided into two main parts, the Prelude and the Dance. This work begins with lyrical melodic fragments over a light chordal accompaniment. A recitative follows with a theme, which is also lyrical in nature. But, soon after, that same theme from the recitative takes on a happier character in a waltz accompanied by a walking bass. There, syncopated rhythm, sequences, chromatic harmony, and refrain-like passages take the dance to new heights until the end. (4'38”) Grade IV. B151 $8.95 Sound sample: Excerpt.mp3

or to order offlineCafé for solo piano sheet music B151 $8.95CELESTIAL VISIONS (1993) for
solo piano by Howard J. Buss.
This colorful composition consists of three contrasting sections. The first
is characterized by vibrant tone clusters and powerful exclamations juxtaposed
with gentle harmonics and delicate arpeggiated figurations. The beautiful,
lyrical central section gives way to a lilting 12-tone toccata. (8)
Grade IV-V. B310 $12.00Score
Celestial Visions Sound Samples: Excerpt 1 (the opening).mp3; Excerpt 2.mp3; Excerpt 3.mp3; Excerpt 4.mp3
or to order offlineCELESTIAL VISIONS solo piano sheet music B310 $12.00FIVE PRELUDES for solo piano by Roger C. Vogel. Five Preludes was written in 2011 for Evgeny Rivkin, Distinguished Professor of Music at the University of Georgia. Although a prelude often is a work that precedes a larger composition, a prelude may also be an independent work. These five preludes each have a different character: dramatic, expressive, dance-like, lyrical, and energetic. The total duration of Five Preludes is about 13 minutes without pauses. The durations of the individual preludes is as follows: Allegro con brio, 2’40”, Lento espressivo, 2’42”, Allegro ritmico, 2’25”, Adagio espressivo, 2’40”, Allegro appasionato, 2’30”. Grade V. B938 $12.95Five Preludes sound samples: Prelude 1 Excerpt.mp3;
Prelude 2 Excerpt.mp3;
Prelude 3 Excerpt.mp3;
Prelude 4 Excerpt.mp3;
Prelude 5 Excerpt.mp3
or to order offlineFive Preludes for solo piano sheet music B938 $16.00IMPROMPTU FOR PIANO by Marc Douyon is an intriguing and vibrant composition. Its rapid notes, relaxed rhythm, and quick tempo changes, contribute to the improvisatory character that permeates the work. The interplay of the different melodic ideas and motives, key changes, rhythmic figures, and the extensive range of the composition create a sense of purpose and direction. (3’25”) Grade V. B154 $10.00
Sound sample: Excerpt.mp3
or to order offline IMPROMPTU FOR PIANO sheet music B154 $10.00LAS MENINAS: VARIATIONS (1985) for
solo piano by David Alpher was inspired by the visual variations
that Pablo Picasso painted in 1957 on Velasquez 1656 masterpiece
commonly known as Las Meninas. Several different musical styles
are employed during this Theme and 21 Variations in a manner analogous
to the stylistic changes Picasso effected from one painting to the next.
(16) Grade V - VI. Sound Samples: Excerpt 1 (the beginning).mp3; Excerpt 2.mp3;
Excerpt 3 (the ending).mp3
or to order offlineLAS MENINAS: VARIATIONS for solo piano sheet music B103 $16.00

NOCTURNE FOR PIANO by Marc Douyon is based on the Haitian folk song, “Ouangolo.” The main theme quotes this folk melody, which is then developed with various compositional techniques. Original secondary themes and motives by the composer are an integral part of the colorful musical tapestry as well. The work begins with an accompaniment that has the feel of someone gently rocking a chair and enjoying the relaxation it brings to the body. Among various themes heard in succession, the first is developed through variations and tempo changes. Shortly thereafter follow, new melodic fragments and accompaniment styles, a change of key, a recitative, all which bring a new sense of motion. Near the end, the last theme of the first section returns. The work closes with a coda which suggests that the person in the rocking chair has fallen asleep. (6’26”) Grade IV. B152 $8.95
Sound sample: Excerpt.mp3

or to order offlineNOCTURNE FOR PIANO sheet music B152 $8.95PRELUDE AND TOCCATAFOR PIANOby Marc Douyon is based on the Haitian folk tune “Linglinsou.” The main theme quotes this folk melody, which is then developed with various compositional techniques. Original secondary themes and motives by the composer are an integral part of the colorful musical tapestry as well. The composition opens with a lyrical melody that suggests an atmosphere of complaint, anguish, and despair. But soon, the lyrical main theme, which makes use of hemiola figures, takes the shape of a gracious tribal dance in compound meter. Shortly thereafter, however, the character of the piece changes into an agitated toccata characterized by driving staccato notes, accents, and a close hand position at the piano. The final moments of the piece are heroic-like in nature, but also convey a sense of calm after the storm. (7’) Grade IV-V. B153 $10.00
Sound Samples: Excerpt 1(beginning).mp3;
Excerpt 2.mp3; Excerpt 3 (ending).mp3
or to order offlinePRELUDE AND TOCCATAFOR PIANOsheet music B153
$10.00

RECUERDOS DE ESPAÑA “Memories of Spain” for solo piano by Marc Douyon was inspired by the very diverse music of Spain. This colorful and engaging work uses a triplet rhythm that prevails throughout much of the composition. The music starts with an ambiguity of keys between major and minor, and subsequently travels to different keys. The first two sections are military-like, and feature the melody mostly in the left hand. The middle section is relatively calm with melodic fragments played over an ostinato-like figure in a sequential fashion. The fourth section features idiomatic Spanish rhythms reminiscent of the Andalusian region of Spain. Here, melodic fragments are played over a relentless bass accompaniment. (7’25”) Grade V. B150 $12.00
Sound samples: Excerpt 1, the opening.mp3; Excerpt 2.mp3; Excerpt 3, the finale.mp3

or to order offlineRECUERDOS DE ESPAÑA for solo piano sheet music B150 $12.00SCHERZI forpiano by Allen Molineux - These miniatures are six different ways of looking at the scherzo genre. The first deals with allowing the performer to freely play the material. The second, at times, hints at a jazz-like swing style. The third is a special kind of quodlibet in that it uses snippets of well-known scherzi for piano and also for orchestra with numerous appearances of the Chopin “Scherzo No. 2” holding it all together, while some actually interact with each other. For example, Brahms, Clara and Robert Schumann do get in a bit of a tangle and Bruckner seems to be at odds with the early Romantics of Beethoven and Schubert. The fourth is a conversational contrast between herky-jerky and groove motion. The fifth, which is the briefest, is a contest between a short staccato figure and an ever-expanding legato one. The final scherzo is a distorted ragtime piece where the left hand avoids the typical march-like accompaniment pattern. (9’50”) Grade V. B770 $16.50Sound samples: Scherzo1.mp3; Scherzo2.mp3; Scherzo3.mp3; Scherzo4.mp3; Scherzo5.mp3; Scherzo6.mp3
or to order offlineSCHERZI for piano
B770 $16.50TRIBUTE TO KEROUAC, version for solo piano by David Alpher was inspired
by the work, life, and times of Jack Kerouac, King of the Beat Generation.
Cast in seven entertaining movements, this significant composition is
hugely influenced by jazz. In the preface to the score the composer writes: "Kerouac demonstrated the epic contradiction of America: on the one hand its wild energy, joy of life, and expansiveness; on the other, its tendency to self-destruct. Tribute to Kerouac is my musical response to, and commemoration of, this important American writer who liked to describe himself as a 'jazz.poet.'"The ensemble version of this work (for clarinet, tenor sax, piano
& string bass) is recorded on Ongaku Records #024-112. (17)
Grade V.
or to order offlineTRIBUTE TO KEROUAC, version for solo piano sheet music
B111
$16.00

CANTICLES for clarinet, cello, and piano by Roger Vogel is a beautiful, lyrical work in two movements: Lied Rhapsody and Serenade-Caprice. While often associated with liturgical music. The term “canticle” is simply a synonym for a song. In Canticles the main musical ideas are song-like melodies that are shared by all three instruments.(18’) Grade V. B929 $22.00
Sound Samples: Excerpt,Mvt.1A.mp3; Excerpt,Mvt.1B.mp3; Excerpt,Mvt.2A.mp3; Excerpt,Mvt.2BEnd.mp3

or to order offline CANTICLES for clarinet, cello & piano, B929 $22.00CONSTELLATIONS for flute, piano, and percussion (1 or 2 players) by Howard J. Buss is part of a series of compositions by the composer inspired by the awesome grandeur and beauty of the cosmos. The forward thrust, narrative quality, and colorful ambience of the music suggest the musicians are on a wondrous journey exploring a series of varied and colorful star systems. The juxtaposition between agitated chromatic passages and tonal, focused sections is analogous to the experience of viewing up-close, seemingly chaotic space "debris" (dust, rocks, gas, etc.) as contrasted with the beauty and exquisite organization of star systems viewed from afar. (13’15”) Grade V-VI. B439 $36.00YouTube performance
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CONTRASTS IN BLUE (2001) for trumpet,
trombone, and piano byHoward
J. Buss. A dramatic and colorful work in 2 picturesque movements:
Evening Shadows & Summer Sea The music is evocative of
the imagery suggested by the titles of the movements and of the musical
blues as well. The themes of shadows and water also suggest
a kinship with the impressionist style of 100 years earlier. (15:30) Grade
V-VI.
Sound Samples: Movement
1 Sample.mp3; Movement 2 Sample A.mp3; Movement 2 Sample
B.mp3

or to order offlineCONTRASTS IN BLUEfor trumpet,
trombone & piano,
B376 $22.00CONTRASTS IN BLUE for
oboe, bassoon, and piano by Howard
J. Buss. A dramatic and colorful work in 2 picturesque movements:
Evening Shadows & Summer Sea. The music is evocative of
the imagery suggested by the titles of the movements and of the musical
blues as well. The themes of shadows and water also suggest
a kinship with the impressionist style of 100 years earlier. This composition
is a must! (1530) Grade V.
Score Samples: Excerpt, Movement 1.pdf
(3 pages); Excerpt,
Movement 2.pdf (3 pages) Sound Samples: Excerpt Movement 1A.mp3; Excerpt Movement 1B.mp3; Excerpt Movement 2.mp3
or to order offlineCONTRASTS IN BLUE for oboe, bassoon & piano,
B396
$24.00DESERT ODYSSEY (1997) for clarinet,
bassoon, and piano by Howard
J. Buss. Although there is no specific program involved in this music,
it does nevertheless have a strong narrative quality. Because the continuous
development of material takes the form of a chain of episodes, the music
exhibits some of the attributes one might associate with a journey through
the spectacular and awe-inspiring landscapes of the desert Southwest.Beautiful, lyrical sections contrast with intense and dramatic passages
in this colorful work. Desert Odyssey was commissioned by
The International Clarinet Association and was premiered at the organizations
ClarinetFest 1997 hosted by Texas Tech University. The performers were
Marguerite Baker, clarinet; Richard Meek, bassoon; and Jennifer Garrett,
piano. (11 ) Grade V.Sound Samples:
Excerpt 1.mp3; Excerpt
2.mp3; Excerpt 3.mp3; Excerpt
4 (the ending).mp3 Hear in its entirety on aYouTubevideo.Score Samples (score in C): Excerpt 1.pdf (3 pages);
Excerpt 2.pdf (3 pages);
Excerpt 3.pdf (2 pages)
or to order offlineDESERT ODYSSEYfor clarinet,
bassoon & piano,
B357 $18.50THE DEVILS SONGBOOK Eight Irreverent
Songs (1993) for medium or high voice,
bassoon (or cello or contrabass) and piano by Roger C. Vogel
is based upon humorous texts which explore the nature of various aspects
of human nature. The songs are entitled Of Politicians (lyrics
by William Shakespeare and Hilaire Belloc), Of Businessmen (lyrics
by Mark Twain), Of Critics and Music (lyrics by Robert F. Murray,
Charles Lamb, and the composer), Of Vanity (lyrics by James Thomson),
Of Attorneys (lyrics derived from an anonymous quote on the Headstone
of Mr. Jonathan Gill, Esq. who died February 6, 1751), Of the Media
(lyrics by Humbert Wolfe), Of Vanity (anonymous) and Of
Celebration (lyrics by Dorothy Parker).(2015) Grade
V. Sound Samples: Of Politicians,Excerpt 1.mp3;Of Attorneys,Excerpt
2 .mp3; Of Businessmen,Excerpt
3.mp3;Of the Media, Excerpt
4.mp3; Of Critics and Music,Excerpt
5.mp3;Of Virtue, Excerpt 6.mp3; Of Vanity,Excerpt 7.mp3; Of Celebration,Excerpt
8.mp3
or to order offlineTHE DEVILS SONGBOOK for medium or high voice,
bassoon (or cello or contrabass) and piano,
B901 $30.00

DISTANT THUNDER
(1977, renotated 2005) for flute, one percussion,
and piano by Roger Vogel is a programmatic work consisting
of 2 main parts. A slow, mysterious opening segment is followed by a
faster, rhythmic section which develops the opening ideas and builds to
a strong and memorable climax. Percussion: Timpani
(4), triangle, snare drum, glockenspiel & temple blocks. (515)
Sound Samples: Excerpt 1(the opening).mp3; Excerpt 2.mp3

or to order offlineDISTANT THUNDER for flute, one percussion
& piano,
B924 $20.00DREAM TRIO for violin, cello, and piano by Roman Placzak is in 3 movements: Dream, Intermezzo, and Memory of the Dream. The inspiration for this work was the composer’s youthful falling in love with a beautiful pianist who was a year older student at Ostrava Conservatory. The chosen key for the work is A minor for the outer movements and C major for the Intermezzo. All three are closely connected thematically. While Dream and Memory of Dream describe the emotional upheaval the composer experienced, Intermezzo is a joyful sonic depiction of a snowy day that came while he was working on the piece. (15’22”) Grade V. B172 $36.00
- Score Samples: Movement_1.pdf; Movement_2.pdf; Movement_3.pdf
or to order offlineDREAM TRIO for violin, cello and piano B172 $36.00
FANTASIA (1988) for flute,
clarinet, and piano by Howard
J. Buss. The musical material in this colorful composition moves gradually
from the contemplative opening section to an intense and driving finish. The writing is fresh, and the music is full of vitality and vivid imagination.
A fabulous sonic journey. - The Atlanta Constitution. (730)
Grade V. Hear in its entirety: YouTube Video Fantasia Sound Samples: Excerpt 1.mp3 (1.1MB); Excerpt
2.mp3 (1MB); Excerpt 3.mp3 (1.1MB)
or to order offlineFANTASIAfor flute,
clarinet & piano, B319 $18.50FLORIDA TABLEAU (1987) for clarinet,
trombone, and piano by Howard
J. Buss is a picturesque work in 3 movements: The March of Progress,
Pastorale, and The Eternal Sea. The energetic first movement features dramatic contrast between lyrical lines in the winds sounding over a hard-driving piano accompaniment, and a development section characterized by staccato melodic fragments being passed among the players. The beautiful second movement, Pastorale, is impressionistic and paints a sonic portrait of rural Florida's vast pasture lands, forests, lakes, and the Everglades. The final movement, The Eternal Sea, begins and ends with turbulent sections, one can easily imagine great waves crashing on the shoreline. The middle part of the movement has a swashbuckling and almost humorous quality about it, suggesting people frolicking at the beach. Florida Tableau was commissioned by the Florida
State Music Teachers Association. A curious musical blend of the
old and the new, much like modern Florida itself. - The Orlando
Sentinel (1640) Grade V.
Sound Samples: Excerpt Mov.1.mp3; Excerpt
Mov.2.mp3; Excerpt Mov.3.mp3
or to order offlineFLORIDA TABLEAU for clarinet,
trombone & piano,
B320 $18.50FUGUE AND POSTLUDE (1987,1995) for flute,
bassoon, and piano by Haskell Small combines a fugue, an older,
more serious form of Baroque origin, with a thoroughly modern piece written
in a free-wheeling, urban style of jazz. Regarding the contrasting characters
of the two movements, the composer states, The postlude includes
a reference to the fugues subject, but cannot sustain a properly
serious attitude, quickly dissolving back into jazz. Haskell Small has been hailed by the Washington Post for his "rich imagination and assured mastery." The world premiere
of Fugue and Postlude was performed on October 3, 1995 in
Tokyo, Japan by flutist Yoshiko Ohta, Bassoonist Shigeru Ohta, and the
composer on the piano. Recorded on the 4Tay Records CD Twisted Pine
Branch (8) Grade V.
Sound Samples: Excerpt, movement 1.mp3; Excerpt, movement 2.mp3
or to order offlineFUGUE AND POSTLUDE for flute,
bassoon & piano,
B605 $18.50IMAGINATIONS (2012) for horn, trombone, and piano by Howard J. Buss showcases the agility and beautiful, sonorous tone of the horn, trombone and piano ensemble. Ranging from lyric tenderness to powerful (and sometimes fiery) technical displays, the 2 movements, Contemplative and Auspicious, explore a wide range of sonic atmospheres and moods. The sophisticated musical language, coupled with the soaring melodies and intriguing rhythms, make this a significant, audience-friendly concert work. Imaginations was composed for Gene Berger, horn; John Seidel, trombone; and Elizabeth Seidel, piano. (13’) Grade V-VI. Sound Samples: Movement 1, excerpt 1.mp3); Movement 1, excerpt 2.mp3; Movement 2, excerpt 1 .mp3; Movement 2, excerpt 2.mp3
or to order offlineIMAGINATIONS for horn, trombone & piano, B430 $22.00IN DARKNESS (1989) for high voice (soprano or tenor), alto sax, and piano by
Roger C. Vogel. In Sophocles tragedy Oidipous Tyrannos the
protagonist was separated from his parents at birth. He unwittingly fulfilled
a prophesy by killing his father in a quarrel and then marrying his mother
when he became king of Thebes. In Darkness is a narrative of the
events that took place after the incestuous marriage became known.The
text for this musical work was translated and adapted by Timothy Gantz.
Although the melodic and harmonic language of this composition is modern,
it incorporates some of the flavor of the ancient Grecian melody by deriving
important motivic material from the ancient Dorian scale as it was sung
in the chromatic genus. Recorded on the OASIS CD Love Letters (ORCV4000), available
from Brixton Publications CD-109. This powerful and engaging composition
makes a memorable concert feature. (1630) Grade V. Sound Sample: Excerpt.mp3
or to order offlineIN DARKNESS for high voice (soprano or tenor), alto sax & piano,
(sheet music) B902
$28.50

or to order offlineJAZZICAL #5 for euphonium, tuba & piano,
B459 $24.00

KOREANA (2015) for flute,
clarinet, and piano by Randall Snyder is a suite of traditional Korean folk songs harmonized in various Western styles. The gentle T’aryong was originally a movement from the monumental Yongsan Hoesang, an orchestral suite first notated in the 15th century. It was later adapted as the graceful Dance of the Crane. Han o baeng nyon is a folk song from the eastern province of Kangwondo (now divided between North and South Korea). Its existential lyrics speak of the transience of existence; even five hundred years is not enough time to fully experience life. The bluesy melody is harmonized in the style of Ravel. Arirang is the most well known of Korean melodies and exist in several distinct versions. This one, from Kyonggi Province around Seoul, features a pentatonic melody in a setting influenced by Aaron Copland. Sarag Ga is love song from a P’ansori, the uniquely Korean opera-like form performed by just a vocalist and single drummer. Its essentially monophonic texture is embellished with Neo-Classic dissonances and rhythms suggestive of Stravinsky. (6’50”) Grade IV. B817 $20.00
Koreana Sound samples: Excerpt 1.mp3, Excerpt 2.mp3, Excerpt 3.mp3, Excerpt 4.mp3
or to order offline KOREANA (2015) for flute,
clarinet & piano,
B817 $20.00LOVE
LETTERS (2002) by Roger C. Vogel is an entertaining and memorable
song cycle based on texts selected to represent the many different aspects
of the universal emotion of love: from longing, exuberance, excitement,
and playfulness to sorrow and despair. The songs may be performed
individually. The work is published in two versions, each with a different
instrumentation and number of songs. The version for high voice, violin & and piano is recorded on the OASIS CD Love Letters (ORCV4000), available from Brixton Publications CD-109.
Version for high voice (soprano or tenor), violin & piano songs:
1. Your Letter Moved Me 2:29;
2. I Lie Awake 3:52
3. Dear Miss West Forty-seventh Street 1:49;
4. My Dearest Nell (voice and piano) 7:45;
5. The French Ladies 3:39;
6. My Darling Dear, Delightful Ringo 2:57;
7. Have You Heard That I Love You (voice & violin) 3:07;
8. Alas! I have Suffered Your Scorn! 11:36;
9. Everything Measurable Passes 1:45;
10. Interlude (violin & piano) 2:59; and,
11. Adieu, I Seal My Letter 4:36
or to order offlineLOVE
LETTERS - Version for high voice (soprano or tenor), violin & piano,
(45') (sheet music, 11 songs) Grade IV-V. B925 $48.50:
or to order offlineLOVE
LETTERS - Version for high voice (soprano or tenor) and
piano,
(23) (sheet music, 6 songs) Grade IV-V. B926 $22.00
Videos of the songs in the version for voice &
piano:
1. Your Letter Moved Me 2:29 View at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKYpxNbkfSM
2. I Lie Awake 3:52 View at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rv2rv4_RBK0&feature=related
3. Dear Miss West Forty-seventh Street 1:49 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wn4pGI9ZPuE&feature=related
4. My Dearest Nell (voice and piano) 7:45 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fr0_b4TykCc&feature=related
5. My Darling Dear, Delightful Ringo 2:57 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVYtSVfrYoo&feature=related
6. Adieu, I Seal My Letter 4:36 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWd3MywpF9E&feature=related

NIGHT FLIGHT (1999) for piccolo,
clarinet & piano by Howard
J. Buss. This riveting work showcases the piccolo and clarinet & piano, exploring
their different registers and colors. It provides exciting contrasts between
lyrical and technical sections. Night Flight was commissioned for the 1999 National Flute Association
Convention in Atlanta and was premiered at the event by Rebecca Arrenson, piccolo; Robert E. Price, clarinet; and Paula Peace, piano. (9) Grade V-VI.
Recorded by Lois Herbine, piccolo; Allison Herz, clarinet; and Charles Abramovic, piano on the
critically-acclaimed Crystal Records CD "TAKE WING" available at www.crystalrecords.com/flute.html#CD713. Sound Samples: Sound Sample#1.mp3; Sound Sample#2.mp3.mp3; Sound Sample#3.mp3
or to order offlineNIGHT FLIGHT for piccolo,
clarinet & piano,
(sheet music) B363 $18.50PASSAGE TO EDEN (2001) for clarinet,
French horn, and piano by Howard
J. Buss. This dramatic and colorful work is cast in 4 continuous movements.
The mood of the first is of ominous significance, as if one was preparing
to embark on an arduous journey. The music is lyrical, yet contains an
undercurrent of tension and anticipation. The second movement is characterized
by a contrapuntal dialogue between the clarinet and the horn over a driving
ostinato in the piano. This section is hugely influenced by jazz. The
lyrical and animated counterpoint sounding over the running bass line
and chord punctuations in the keyboard gradually give way to a section
of turbulence which serves as a transition to the relative calm of the
following movement.The third movement, in 6/8 meter, has an easy flowing
vitality. There is a silvery brilliance to the music with a hint of nostalgia.
The interweaving melodic strands grow increasingly romantic in quality
and then, quite suddenly, give way to a developmental passage which builds
in intensity and expectation. The finale is spirited and jubilant in character.
The atmosphere generated is one of a triumphant proclamation which grows
increasingly exultant as the work culminates in a rousing coda. (12')
Grade V-VI
Sound Samples: Excerpt
1.mp3; Excerpt 2.mp3; Excerpt 3 (the ending).mp3
or to order offlinePASSAGE TO EDEN for clarinet,
French horn & piano,
B374 $22.00 REMEMBRANCES (2000) by Howard J. Buss is a lyrical, enjoyable work written in an appealing modern style. It was written immediately following the death of the composer's 97-year-old grandmother. Rather than being a somber memorial or musical epitaph, this charming and melodious composition is a celebration of life. The
character of the opening section is contemplative. Gradually the music becomes more animated and Remembrances finishes in a spirit of buoyant optimism. (8) Grade IV. Remembrances, version for clarinet, cello & piano sound samples: Excerpt 1.mp3; Excerpt 2.mp3; Excerpt 3 (the ending).mp3Remembrances, version for flute, cello & piano Score sample: Excerpt.pdf Remembrances, version for trumpet, cello & piano Score sample:Excerpt.pdf )
or to order offlineREMEMBRANCES- version
for clarinet, cello & piano,
B365 $18.50
or to order offlineREMEMBRANCES
- version for flute,
cello & piano, B366 $18.50
or to order offlineREMEMBRANCES
- version for trumpet, cello & piano, B364 $18.50REVERIE (1992) for clarinet, viola and piano by Howard
J. Buss. This beautiful, neo-impressionistic work was commissioned
by Luis Rossi and the Trio de Buenos Aires. It was premiered by this ensemble in Madrid, Spain at the Circulo de Bellas Artes on February 20, 1994. Reverie is a sophisticated work, rewarding for the performers and audience alike. As the title suggests, the music is contemplative. The writing is idiomatic and imaginative. This composition is a "must". (1030) Grade
V. B335 $18.50 View in its entirety on YouTubeSound Samples: Excerpt
1.mp3; Excerpt 2.mp3; Excerpt
3.mp3; Excerpt 4.mp3
or to order offlineREVERIE for clarinet, viola & piano,
B335 $18.50

or to order offlineROMANCE AND CAPRICE for flute/piccolo,
alto flute & piano,
B385 $22.00SERENDIPITY SUITE for trumpet (Eb, Bb, and Bb piccolo), trombone, and piano by Howard
J. Buss was composed in the late summer of 2016 for trumpeter Brittany Hendricks and trombonist Bruce Faske. The work is in 3 movements: Auspicious Moon, Slow Dance, and Excursion. The composition is designed so that the trumpeter uses an Eb trumpet in the first movement, a Bb trumpet in the second, and a Bb piccolo trumpet in the third. Included is an alternative trumpet part so that the work can be performed exclusively on a Bb trumpet. (12’40”) Grade V. B460
- score & parts -$28.50Sound Samples:Movement 1.mp3, Movement 2.mp3, Movement 3.mp3
or to order offlineSERENDIPITY SUITE for trumpet, trombone, and piano
B460 $28.50

or to order offlineTENNESSEE SUITE for flute,
viola & piano,
B370 $28.50TRIO for flute, cello, and piano by Haskell Small is divided into three exciting
movements: Allegro non-troppo, Andante, and Allegro molto energico." Haskell Small has been hailed by the Washington Post for his "rich imagination and assured mastery." Recorded on the CD 25 Preludes: A Musical Odyssey (Northeastern
Classical Arts NR 242-CD) by Virginia Nanzetta, flute; Douglas Wolters,
cello; and Haskell Small, piano. (10) Grade V. B604 $18.50
Sound Samples: Sample Movement 1.mp3; Sample Movement 2.mp3; Sample Movement 3.mp3
or to order offlineTRIO for flute,
cello & piano,
(sheet music) B604 $18.50TRIO LYRIQUE for horn, bassoon and piano by Howard J. Buss was composed for Gene Berger; horn; Keith Sweger, bassoon; and James Helton, piano for the 2013 International Horn Symposium at the University of Memphis. As the title implies, the overall character of the music is lyrical, and it gradually evolves from a contemplative and mystical opening to a spirited finale. Although written in one continuous movement, this engaging work is divided into several major, contrasting sections set off from one another with intriguing metric modulations. (10’) Grade V. B438 $20.00View onYouTube - Score Sample.pdf Sound Samples: Excerpt 1.mp3; Excerpt 2.mp3); Excerpt 3.mp3
or to order offlineTRIO LYRIQUE for horn, bassoon & piano, B438 $20.00

THE DISTANCES THEY KEEP (2001) for two
high voices (sopranos or tenors), flute, and piano by Roger
Vogel is a beautiful, lyrical work about mans relationship to nature,
and wild birds specifically. It is based upon an enchanting poem of the
same name by Howard Nemerov. Recorded on the OASIS
CD Love Letters (ORCV4000), available
from Brixton Publications CD-109. The vocal ranges required are
d below the staff to A above the staff, and Db below the staff to A above
the staff respectively. (1230) Grade V. The Distances They Keep Sound Sample: Excerpt.mp3

or to order offlineTHE DISTANCES THEY KEEP for two
high voices (sopranos or tenors), flute & piano,
(sheet music) B920 $22.00EINE KLEINE SNAILMUSIK for high
voice (soprano or tenor), trumpet, cello and piano by Roger
C. Vogel is a humorous setting of May Sartons poem of the same name.
Theatrical gestures are used in this lighthearted and playful work. In the preface to the score thecomposer writes, "The humor in this work will be greatly enhanced by setting a lighthearted mood before beginning the work and by appropriate gestures throughout." The vocal range is from d below the treble staff to Ab above the staff. (8)
Grade V.
Sound Sample: Excerpt.mp3
or to order offlineEINE KLEINE SNAILMUSIK for high
voice (soprano or tenor), trumpet, cello & piano,
B912 $22.00INTO EACH LIFE (1997) for flute,
cello, piano, and one percussion by Howard
J. Buss was commissioned by The Florida Flute Association and the
Brannen-Cooper Fund as a tribute to the renown flutist Albert Tipton.
This colorful work is cast in two main sections, the first of which juxtaposes
lyrical and turbulent passages. The final section takes the form of a
joyous fugue. The instrumentation includes vibes,
orch. bells, cymbals, tam-tam, bongos, wood block and tambourine.
(11) Grade V. Score Sample.pdf Percussion Set-up
Chart.pdf
Sound Samples: Excerpt 1.mp3; Excerpt
2.mp3; Excerpt 3.mp3
or to order offlineINTO EACH LIFE for flute,
cello, piano & one percussion,
B358 $30.00JAZZICAL #4 (2012) for horn, trombone, tuba and piano by Howard J. Buss . The composer states, “It was not my aim to create a specific hybrid style by synthesizing jazz and modern classical music; rather, my intent was to systematically strip away the fundamental elements of jazz to explore at what point the music ceases being jazz and becomes classical. The style of this work is the resultant this procedure. Because the subject of what constitutes jazz (there are so many kinds) is so complex, depending upon the background and views of the listener, the music will sound jazzy (in varying degrees) to most, and mostly classical to others. (12’45”) Grade V.
Sound Samples: Excerpt_1.mp3; Excerpt_2.mp3; Excerpt_3.mp3; Excerpt_4.mp3
or to order offlineJAZZICAL #4 for horn, trombone, tuba & piano, B432 $36.00

LAS MENINAS: VARIATIONS (1985) for oboe, cello, guitar and piano by David Alpher
was inspired by the visual variations that Pablo Picasso painted in 1957
on Velasquez 1656 masterpiece commonly known as Las Meninas.
Several different musical styles are employed during this Theme and 21
Variations in a manner analogous to the stylistic changes Picasso effected
from one painting to the next. (16') Grade V. Sound Samples: Excerpt 1.mp3; Excerpt 2.mp3; Excerpt
3.mp3; Excerpt 4.mp3
A YouTube video with a slideshow
of the paintings

or to order offlineLAS MENINAS: VARIATIONS for oboe, cello, guitar & piano,
B104 $30.00THUNDER ROLL for 3
percussion and piano by Zack Browning in 2 movements: Night
Visions is a slow and ethereal with much dramatic contrast. Day
Attack is fast-paced in which rhythmic displacement and mixed meters
create a compelling style reminiscent of the music of Bartok.Percussion distribution: Perc. 1: Vibraphone, snare
drum & suspended cymbal; Perc. 2: Triangle, tam-tam, bass
drum, glockenspiel, xylophone & roto toms; Perc. 3: Timpani
(4). This is a well-written piece with
audience appeal. - Percussive Notes Magazine (10) Grade
V. B205 $30.00
YouTube performances: "Night Visions", "Day Attack"
Sound Samples: Excerpt,
Movement 1.mp3; Excerpt,
Movement 2.mp3
or to order offlineTHUNDER ROLL for 3
percussion & piano,
B205 $30.00 SONG WITHOUT WORDS for piano, violin, viola, and cello by David Alpher is a heartfelt and powerful tribute to the composer’s long-time friend and colleague, Lila Deis (1944-2010). The first movement, Loss, is self-explanatory; music of mourning. After this, and without any pause, the bleak mood is demolished by one huge chord, as though Lila were saying “Enough of that. Let’s have a party!” This super-loud chord ushers in a movement called Perpetual Motion, which is a tribute to Lila’s nonstop upbeat energy and verve. Following a pause for breath, the third movement, Perpetual Song, concludes the work with a kind of festival of melodies, a tribute to the unforgettable lyricism of Lila’s art. (21’) Grade V. B113 $32.00Sound Samples: Excerpt_1 (the opening).mp3; Excerpt_2.mp3; Excerpt_3.mp3
or to order offlineSONG WITHOUT WORDS for piano, violin, viola, and cello, B113 $32.00TRIBUTE TO KEROUAC for clarinet, tenor sax, piano
and string bass by David Alpher was inspired
by the work, life, and times of Jack Kerouac, King of the Beat Generation.
Cast in 7 entertaining movements, this significant composition is
hugely influenced by jazz. In the preface to the score the composer writes: "Kerouac demonstrated the epic contradiction of America: on the one hand its wild energy, joy of life, and expansiveness; on the other, its tendency to self-destruct. Tribute to Kerouac is my musical response to, and commemoration of, this important American writer who liked to describe himself as a 'jazz.poet.'" This significant work is recorded on Ongaku Records CD#024-112. (17)
Grade V.
Sound Samples:I. American Nocturne Sample.mp3; II. Movin
On Sample.mp3; III. Remembered Sample.mp3;
IV. Intermezzo Sample.mp3; V. Beat Scene Sample.mp3;VI. Urgency Sample.mp3; VII. Epilogue Sample.mp3
or to order offline TRIBUTE TO KEROUAC for clarinet, tenor sax, piano
& string bass,
(sheet music) B110 $32.00

THE WALRUS AND THE CARPENTER (1989) For
narrator, flute, viola and piano
by David Alpher. Based upon Lewis Carrolls well-known poem from
Through the Looking Glass (1871) this entertaining composition
transforms the familiar words from their Victorian and child-like context
to a very different sound world primarily influenced by jazz. Finalist
in the 1996 Newly-Published Music Competition of the National Flute Association. (15) Grade V. The Walrus and the Carpenter Sound Samples: Excerpt 1.mp3;
Excerpt 2.mp3; Excerpt
3.mp3

or to order offlineTHE WALRUS AND THE CARPENTER for narrator, flute, viola & piano,
B105 $32.00Keyboard in chamber music
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THE BIG BANG (1992) for
6 percussion and piano by Howard
J. Buss. This significant work in 2 movements is a musical representation
of the Big Bang theory of the creation of the universe which
contends that our ever-expanding universe began as a colossal explosion
at a single point in space. During the first movement, The Creation,
all musical development grows out of an initial blast of sound. Waves of
sound mass gradually crystallize into definite pitches leading to the formation
of the natural harmonic series. 12-tone fragments intertwine and gradually
coalesce into perceptible melodies. This musical development is analogous
to the formation of compounds, amino acids, etc. Midway through The
Creation the spark of life" is introduced in an abrupt
shift of musical activity which undergoes continuous development to the
end of the movement. The animated second movement, Dance of Life,
is a joyous celebration of life.Percussion distribution:
Perc. 1: 2 suspended cymbals, 3 brake drums, 2 cowbells, temple
blocks, tam-tam & sand blocks; Perc. 2: Orchestra bells,
5 roto toms & triangle; Perc. 3: Flexitone, timpani (4),
wind chimes, bongos & a thunder sheet (or a large tam-tam); Perc.
4: Xylophone, suspended cymbal, bass drum, and chimes (tubular bells);
Perc. 5: Marimba, 2 anvils metal pipes may be substituted),
tambourine, finger cymbals & a triangle; Perc. 6: Vibraphone,
chimes (tubular bells) which are to be shared with player 4, snare drum,
2 suspended cymbals & tam-tam.The piano is treated as an integral
part of the percussion battery. This engaging work
is appropriate for a college-level percussion ensemble. (18)
Grade V.
Sound Samples from the First Movement: Sample 1A.mp3; Sample
1B.mp3; Sample 1C.mp3;
Sound Samples from the Second Movement: Sample 2A.mp3; Sample
2B.mp3; Sample 2C.mp3 View on YouTube at The Big Bang: I. “The Creation” andThe Big Bang: II. The Dance of Life
or to order offlineTHE BIG BANG for 6 percussion & piano,
B308 $46.00LAND OF THE FARTHER SUNS (1992) for narrator, 4 flutes (flute/piccolo, flute, flute/alto flute & flute/bass
flute) and piano by David Alpher.
The text in this significant concert piece is from the poetry of Stephen
Crane. The work is constructed in the manner of a song cycle, only with
narration rather than singing. The music is modern, yet accessible, and
contains sections in a jazzy vein. Finalist in the 1996 Newly-Published
Music Competition of the National Flute Association. Recorded by Flute
Force with Garrison Keillor on the Innova CD Eyewitness. (20) Grade V. Land of the Farther Suns (Ensemble Version) Sound Samples:
Excerpt 1 (the opening).mp3;Excerpt 2.mp3; Excerpt
3.mp3
or to order offlineLAND OF THE FARTHER SUNS for narrator, 4 flutes (flute/piccolo, flute, flute/alto flute & flute/bass
flute) & piano,
(sheet music) B107 $38.50SHORT STORY (1980) for flute, clarinet, oboe, cello, and piano by Haskell Small was commissioned by the Georgetown Symphony. The thematic material is mostly of a lyrical nature juxtaposed with a "chase" motif and several sections of a gently jazzy flavor. It is essentially in sonata form, with an introductory recitative-like section that repeats in the middle and at the end of the composition. A short fugue based upon the main lyrical theme precedes the ending. Recorded on 4Tay Records CD #4020 The Twisted
Pine Branch. Haskell Small has been hailed by the Washington Post for his "rich imagination and assured mastery." (1030) Grade V-VI.
Sound Samples: Sample
1.mp3; Sample 2.mp3
or to order offline SHORT STORY for flute, clarinet, oboe, cello & piano,
(sheet music) B603 $32.00